Mercedes-Benz recalls 2021-2022 AMG CLS53 vehicles with electrical short-circuit risk from misrouted wiring. Free repairs to prevent fire.
An electrical short-circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
Mercedes-Benz is recalling certain 2021-2022 AMG CLS53 vehicles due to a risk of electrical short-circuits that could cause fire. This issue stems from misrouted wiring harnesses that may expose electrical connectors to corrosion.
Misrouted wiring harnesses can expose electrical connectors to corrosion. This corrosion may cause electrical short-circuits, increasing the risk of fire in normal vehicle operation.
Owners of 2021-2022 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS53 vehicles are affected. Drivers and passengers are at risk if the electrical short-circuit leads to fire.
Check for 2021-2022 AMG CLS53 vehicles. The recall covers specific model years and trim levels listed in the official notice.
Dealers will inspect and repair the electrical connector and reroute the harness if needed at no cost.
Owner notification letters were mailed October 14, 2022; verify receipt if not received.
Dealers will inspect and repair the electrical connector, as necessary. Dealers will also reroute the harness and install an additional bracket. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 14, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022080010.
Yes, if your vehicle is listed in the recall notice (2021-2022 AMG CLS53).
Dealers will inspect and repair the electrical connector and reroute the harness at no cost.
The repair addresses the corrosion risk that could cause short-circuits and fire.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Mercedes-Benz to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 22V533000 — Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz Hello, I own a Mercedes-Benz that is covered by recall 22V533000 from Mercedes-Benz. The official recall notice states: Dealers will inspect and repair the electrical connector, as necessary. Dealers will also reroute the harness and install an additional bracket. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 14, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022080010. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
